Definitions of impasto [ɪmˈpæs toʊ, -ˈpɑ stoʊ]

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Random House Webster's College Dictionary

1. (n.) impasto
the laying on of paint thickly.

2. impasto
the paint so laid on.

3. impasto
enamel or slip applied to a ceramic object to form a decoration in low relief.

Etymology: (1775–85; < It, n. der. of impastare to impaste)

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1. (noun) impasto
painting that applies the pigment thickly so that brush or palette knife marks are visible

Definition of 'impasto'

Webster Dictionary

1. (noun) impasto
the thickness of the layer or body of pigment applied by the painter to his canvas with especial reference to the juxtaposition of different colors and tints in forming a harmonious whole

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